Description
Lemon Pizza is a refreshing and innovative take on traditional pizza, blending creamy cheeses with zesty lemon flavors for a truly delightful culinary experience. Perfect for any gathering or family dinner, this dish impresses guests with its unique taste while remaining easy to prepare. With the option to customize toppings like fresh herbs or seasonal vegetables, Lemon Pizza caters to various palates and dietary preferences. Enjoy it as a light summer meal or serve it alongside a crisp salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast; let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1 to 1.5 hours).
- Prepare the cheese topping by mixing ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice in a small bowl.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Roll out the risen dough into a thin round (12 inches), then transfer it onto parchment paper.
- Spread the cheese mixture over the dough and sprinkle with fresh thyme.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Drizzle with olive oil and honey before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 172
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg